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Temporal Lobe Epilepsy : Complications

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Complications List

Complications could include:
  • Status Epilepticus
  • Tonic-Clonic Epilepsy
  • Chronic Brain Damage

Complications Overview Articles

Temporal Lobe Epilepsy
The prognosis for TLE varies considerably depending on the type of TLE. Although medications should be tried initially, mesial TLE and many of the lateral TLEs are often resistant.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders

Specific Complications Articles

Status Epilepticus
Status epilepticus is a term describing a state of continuous seizure activity. In the past, 30 minutes of continuing seizure or frequent attacks that prevent recovery was required for the definition of status to be met.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
Falls
Falls are a common source of injury, particularly in the elderly population. They are more likely to occur if impairments in balance, strength, perception, joint range of motion, postural function or coordination are present.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
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